Best 5 Easy Salsa Chicken Burritos Recipes

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**Salsa Chicken Burritos: A Flavorful and Convenient Meal**

Salsa chicken burritos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a quick and easy snack. Made with simple, everyday ingredients, these burritos are packed with flavor and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer spicy, mild, or something in between, these burritos are sure to satisfy. With options for both oven-baked and stovetop cooking methods, this recipe provides flexibility for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Additionally, the recipe includes a homemade salsa recipe, ensuring that you have the freshest and most flavorful salsa to complement your burritos. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SALSA CHICKEN BURRITOS



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Celebrate! Keep these easy ingredients on hand for a quick dinner fiesta. By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Provided by Old El Paso

Categories     Burritos     Entrees

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lb chicken breast strips for stir-fry
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
Shredded lettuce, shredded cheese and bell pepper strips, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook chicken over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in taco seasoning mix and salsa. Cook until hot.
  • Spoon chicken mixture onto tortillas. Top with lettuce, cheese and bell pepper strips. Roll up tortillas.

CHICKEN BURRITO



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Quick and easy dinner that everyone will ask for again and again!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 flour tortillas (12")
1 jar salsa (16 ounces)
2 cups monterey jack cheese (shredded, divided)
1 rotisserie chicken (small)
2 cans green chilies (diced, 4 ounces)
1 can fire-roasted tomatoes (diced, 24 ounces, or canned tomatoes with green chiles)
1 chipotle chili in adobo sauce (seeded and minced)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a 9x13" casserole with non-stick spray, set aside.
  • Remove skin from chicken and pick the meat off in bite-size pieces. Place into a bowl.
  • Set a 12" skillet over medium heat, add burrito filling ingredients. Stir to combine.
  • Cook the burrito filling mixture until it's warm, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the chicken and stir to combine. If there is a lot of moisture in the skillet keep cooking over medium just until the water cooks off.
  • Add an equal amount of chicken to the center of each burrito and top them equally with 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheese (reserve ½ cup).
  • Roll them up burrito style and set them seam side down in the prepared casserole dish. Spoon the salsa over the burritos and top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Add the dish to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the burritos are warm throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 57 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 187 mg, Sodium 1625 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SALSA CHICKEN BURRITO FILLING



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Quick, easy burrito/taco filling that is delicious and freezes great! I serve this with tortillas, shredded Cheddar cheese and little sour cream. You could fill the tortillas and put them all in a baking dish and then cover with salsa and cheese and bake for about 10 minutes, if you don't want a mess at the table.

Provided by JUBEEFISH

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ cup salsa
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
hot sauce to taste

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts and tomato sauce in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then add the salsa, seasoning, cumin, garlic and chili powder. Let simmer for 15 minutes.
  • With a fork, start pulling the chicken meat apart into thin strings. Keep cooking pulled chicken meat and sauce, covered, for another 5 to 10 minutes. Add hot sauce to taste and stir together (Note: You may need to add a bit of water if the mixture is cooked too high and gets too thick.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 923.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FIESTA CHICKEN BURRITOS



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Saucy, spicy chicken burritos are easy to assemble and quick to bake.

Provided by Gay Lea Foods Co-operative(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Gay Lea Foods Co-operative®

Time 38m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Gay Lea Butter
1 pinch Pinch salt
1 pinch Pinch pepper
2 cups shredded Ivanhoe Old Cheddar
⅔ cup Gay Lea Sour Cream
1 cup diced green pepper
⅓ cup salsa
½ cup sliced black olives
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 large flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into small 1-inch (2.5cm) cubes. In skillet, melt butter over medium high heat and cook chicken for about 8 minutes or until no longer pink inside. Salt and pepper to taste. Pour into large bowl and stir in 1/2 cup (375mL) of the cheese, sour cream, green pepper, salsa, olives, jalapeno, and cilantro.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Divide mixture among tortillas: Fold and roll to enclose filling completely; place seam side down in small baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in centre of oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 147.4 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 1319.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SIMPLE CHICKEN BURRITO



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A simple chicken, rice, and bean burrito. Very quick and consistent recipe. Extremely hard to screw up, so it's a good one for even the worst of cooks!

Provided by Countessme

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 1 burrito, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups refried black beans
2 cups rice
3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups mild salsa
2 teaspoons canola oil
5 large flour tortillas

Steps:

  • You can dice the chicken after it's cooked, but I prefer to do it before hand. cut each breast into 1/2 inch strips (estimated) and then each strip into small cubes. Cook them on a skillet in the oil.
  • While the chicken cooks, warm up the beans in a small sauce pan, stir them constantly so they don't stick.
  • Once the chicken is cooked thoroughly, pull it and the beans off of the stove. This should take about 15 minutes on Medium if the chicken is in cubes already, but it varies from stove to stove.
  • If the tortillas you're using are homemade, skip this step, if they're store bought taco type shells, put them in the microwave for 15 seconds.
  • Make the burritos the same way you would make a taco, using the beans, rice, chicken, salsa, and any other toppings of your choosing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible: This will give your burritos the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients: There are many different ways to make salsa chicken burritos, so feel free to get creative and try new things.
  • Make sure your chicken is cooked thoroughly: This is important for food safety.
  • Shred your chicken before adding it to the burritos: This will make it easier to eat.
  • Warm your tortillas before assembling the burritos: This will make them more pliable and less likely to tear.
  • Add your favorite toppings: There are many different toppings that you can add to your burritos, such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Salsa chicken burritos are a delicious and easy meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients. They are perfect for busy weeknights or for a quick and easy lunch. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give salsa chicken burritos a try.

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